RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

METHODS OF DATA COLLECTION

CONCEPT OF SAMPLING AND OTHER CONCEPTS RELATED TO SAMPLING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is an example of non-probability sampling?
A
cluster sampling
B
Lottery method
C
Purposive sampling
D
Table of random numbers
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An example of convenience sampling would be using student volunteers known to the researcher. Researchers can send the survey to students belonging to a particular school, college, or university, and act as a sample.

Detailed explanation-2: -Purposive sampling, also known as judgmental, selective or subjective sampling, is a type of non-probability sampling technique.

Detailed explanation-3: -Non-probability sampling is often used because the procedures used to select units for inclusion in a sample are much easier, quicker and cheaper when compared with probability sampling. This is especially the case for convenience sampling.

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